Description Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work, and we have the hardware to prove it! Year after year, our employees make the difference in helping those with mental health issues. Whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned professional, you'll be able to find the right spot to help others at a TOP WORKPLACE in 2023.
Avalon is a short stay residential therapeutic program and non-public school for youth ages 12 to 18 with a dual diagnosis of serious emotional disturbance and developmental disability. The youth are referred to Avalon because their behavior cannot be managed by their caretaker.
The program provides a safe, stable, and highly structured environment by combining intensive staffing, mental health interventions and behavior modification. Individual, group and family therapy is a part of everyday life. The goal of the program is to maximize a resident's level of functioning to enable them to engage in a pattern of everyday living similar to that of non-disabled peers.
With a multidisciplinary team comprised of highly experienced staff, the rates of success of Avalon are high. After a one year to 18-month stay, 100% of youth had decreased symptoms after completing the program. More than 57% of students achieved their Individual Education Plan goals. Unique features of our program include:
Small class size Lots of support Part of leading children's mental health agency Innovative, effective services for youth Safe, compassionate environment Workshops, trainings, career support Beautiful campus Join our team as: Instructional Aide
What You Will Do The Instructional Aide is responsible for assisting the Education Specialist (Teacher)with classroom activities involving youth and to work with youth giving positive reinforcement and setting achievable academic and behavioral goals. The Instructional Aide may teach in the absence of the Teacher (if they possess a Substitute Teacher Credential).
Shifts Available Usually Mon-Fri schedule, actual hours and days to be determined.
Salary Range In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is between $22.55 and $28.78 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Amazing Benefits: 21 PTO Days per year 9 Nationally Observed Holidays 401k matching up to 6% $150 monthly stipend for various use Affordable monthly health care premiums: Company provides $2500 for individual and $5000 for family (annually), towards co-pays. 2024-2025 Benefits Guide
What You Bring to The Table (requirements): - B.A. or B.S. Degree required.
- Passing score on the CBEST (The California Basic Educational Skills Test) within 6 months of employment.
- Demonstrated cultural responsiveness in working with diverse families and communities, and supportive responsiveness to youth who may have experienced trauma
- Demonstrated understanding of the developmental milestones of the population served.
- Demonstrated experience in academic coaching, teaching, or tutoring, preferably with youth with special needs.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Basic computer and keyboarding competence with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and/or competency with electronic clinical documentation systems.
- Clean driving record; current CA Driver's License or ability to obtain within 10 days after hired.
Preferred:
- B.A. or B.S. Degree in social science field or education
- A minimum of one year of experience in residential treatment, special education, or related field.
- Experience with intellectually disabled and/or emotionally disturbed adolescents.
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